Two people were rushed to the Royal Cornwall Hospital (RCH) after a chemical incident in Falmouth. A multi-service emergence response was launched into action after mixed chemicals had released a gas on Friday afternoon (March 23).

A woman was said to have been taken ill after inhaling the fumes, which were confirmed to be chlorine. Chlorine gas can be extremely dangerous and, depending on the concentration, can cause eye irritation and burns, skin burns and respiratory problems.

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They found that the woman who was hurt had accidentially mixed chemicals which had led to chlorine gas being released. Crews removed the chemicals from the property taking them outside and ventilating the building to make it safe.

A fire service spokesman said: “Appliances from Truro and Tolvaddon were mobilised along with a support vehicle from St Just and The Environment Support Vehicle from Penzance.

“On arrival two casualties were outside with Paramedics suffering with the effects of chemical fume inhalation.